Gaza Post-Conflict Strategy - The U S began focusing on post-war Gaza as early as late October/early November 2023 [2] - Discussions with Israeli counterparts regarding post-conflict strategies proved frustrating and unproductive for about a year [3] - A "day after" plan is deemed necessary, but the immediate issues of ongoing conflict and starvation in Gaza persist [5] Aid Delivery and Obstacles - Opening all possible land crossings and surging aid is crucial [6] - Securing consistent and ongoing aid delivery from Israeli partners has been challenging, often tied to hostage deal prospects [7] - Surging aid through multiple crossings can overwhelm Hamas's ability to loot or control it [8] U S Leverage and Policy - Curtailing arms shipments to Israel is considered a dramatic measure, with other forms of leverage available to President Trump [10] - The idea of the U S taking over Gaza and displacing Palestinians is considered untenable [4]

Core Argument - People affected by violence and conflict prioritize livelihoods over aid, seeking self-sufficiency and a better life [7][8] - The "American dream" of building a better life is a universal human aspiration [8][9] - Supporting small business entrepreneurs has generational payoffs and fosters hope in conflict-affected communities [15][16] Supply Chain Integration - Supply chain integration is an undervalued opportunity for small businesses to expand beyond local markets [18][20] - Small businesses often lack the networks, information, and know-how to navigate complex supply chain requirements [22] - Women-led businesses capture only 1% of total global supply chain opportunities, highlighting a significant disparity [22] Building Markets' Approach - Building Markets focuses on supply chain integration to support small business growth in conflict-affected areas [16][18] - Building Markets provides mentorship, certification assistance, and introductions to corporate buyers [23][24][25] - Building Markets has generated over $1.5 billion in contract value for small businesses, creating 75,000 jobs [26] Call to Action - The global supply chain market is valued at $23 trillion, representing a significant opportunity to address poverty and displacement [18][29] - Rewiring the $23 trillion supply chain can create effective and sustainable solutions for global challenges [29] - Leveraging the global supply chain can unleash the potential for a more just and inclusive world [29][30]

Joining us now, resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and director of Realign for Palestine, Ahmed Fouad Al-Hib, counselor for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and MSNBC foreign affairs analyst and author of Statecraft 2.0%, what America needs to lead in a multi-olar world. Ambassador Dennis Ross and Susan Glasser still sticking around with us. Susan, starting with you, let's talk Trump's stance here on this conflict. In your latest reporting, you say that casting this as merely just a ...